It’s Time to Talk (and Listen)

Anatasia S. Kim and Alicia del Prado

How to Have Constructive Conversations About Race, Class, Sexuality, Ability & Gender in a Polarized World

STEP 1

Start the conversation with your team and take the initiative to be a part of our success. Use the getAbstract "It’s Time to Talk (and Listen)" to get started.

STEP 2

Schedule a team meeting to discuss the questions.

STEP 3

Have a discussion with your team or reflect on the questions.

Discussion Questions:

What kind of conversation have you been avoiding but feel you should have?
In what situations does it make sense to address and meaningfully
discuss a polarizing topic in the workplace?
The authors talk about the importance of letting your values guide you through difficult conversations. What are some of the values you would like to rely on?
What are some of the “good listening” practices the authors mention?
What is your main take-away from the summary?

Take away:

Initiating conversations on sensitive topics, including race, gender, ability and political
ideology can be tough. Cognitive behavioral psychologists Anatasia S. Kim and Alicia del Prado show you how to approach hard conversations with empathy and with
understanding toward those who might hold opposing views.

"The invitation is to join a collaborative connection and a mutual exploration that can lead to healing."

Anatasia S. Kim and Alicia del Prado
Author – It’s Time to Talk (and Listen)

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